4th Grade Poor Models to Repair
Jackie Robinson’s Courage
Jackie Robinson was the most courageous man to ever play the game of baseball. He was the
first African American man to play in Major League Baseball. He wore the number 42. He played for the
Brooklyn Dodgers. Examples of Jackie’s courage was taking on the responsibility as the first African
American man to play baseball in the majors as well as not reacting to the racism and prejudice that he
faced while in the league.
Jackie Robinson was signed by Branch Rickey of the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1945. He was the first
African American man to ever play in Major League Baseball. He played many infield positions, such as
shortstop. He was known for his speed. Jackie stole many bases while playing in the majors. He knew his
role as the first African American man to play baseball would be a difficult one. When up to bat, pitchers
threw at his head. When players were sliding into second base, they would aim their spikes at his arms.
It was very dangerous for Jackie Robinson. Along with the physical brutality, players and coaches alike
harassed Jackie verbally. They would yell out offensive remarks while Jackie was up to bat. Jackie wasn’t
allowed to stay in some hotels that had originally housed white baseball teams. Through it all, Jackie
remained solemn and nonconfrontational. He would not allow the physical or verbal abuse to affect
him. He just continued to play the game of baseball. This illustrates his courage.
Jackie worked hard to break down barriers for all. Through his excellent play and his ability to
remain calm in the face of racism, Jackie excelled. Now, every year, Major League Baseball celebrates
him. The #42 is now retired in every stadium. No other player will ever wear Jackie’s number again in
honor of his dedication to the game of baseball as well as to mankind.
Wolves as Pack Animals
The wolf is an animal that travels in a pack. A pack is a group of the same animal that live
together. They hunt, eat, and travel together. There are many reasons why being in a wolf pack is a good
idea. By living within a pack, the wolf helps his chance of survival.
A pack helps the wolf’s chances of survival by giving him protection. Ever heard the old adage,
“Strength in numbers”? Well, that is the instinctual message behind why wolves travel in packs. If there
are more wolves than its predator, it is more likely a predator would not attempt a fight. By being in a
group, the wolf lowers its chances of being confronted by its predator.
Living in a pack also helps with the necessity of food gathering. If more wolves are out hunting in
hopes of bringing dinner home to the pack, the chances are more likely food will be found and caught. It
is more useful to have a number of wolves out hunting rather than just one wolf. So, feedings would
occur more frequently. By feeding more frequently, a wolf would have a more consistent food supply
and thus, more energy to remain strong.
All in all, living in a pack is a very smart and useful place to be if you are a wolf. By having
protection and a viable food source, a wolf increases its chances of survival. If I were a wolf, I would
definitely live in a pack!